Sestertius - Aemilianus P M TR POT S C; Pietas
253 year| Bronze | - | - |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Aemilianus (Marcus Aemilus Aemilianus) (253) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 253 |
| Value | Sestertius (⅛) |
| Currency | Antoninianus, Reform of Caracalla (AD 215 – 301) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-05 |
| Numista | N#284741 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Pietas, draped, standing left by altar, holding patera in right hand and box of perfumes in left hand.
Script: Latin
Lettering: P M TR POT S C
Translation:
Pontifex Maximus, Tribunicia Potestate. Senatus Consultum.
High priest, holder of tribunician power. Decree of the senate.
Comment
Source:Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
The Sestertius - Aemilianus (P M TR POT S C; Pietas) (253) coin features an image of the Roman goddess Pietas on the reverse side, which is a representation of the goddess holding a patera (a shallow offering dish) and a scepter. This image symbolizes the Roman value of piety and devotion to the gods, which was an important aspect of Roman culture and society during the time of the Roman Empire.